For avinash sir: Passport network expands six-fold in last decade; 1.5 cr services delivered in 2025: MEA official

These are the world’s most powerful passports in 2026

Europe led the rankings.

As Philippines Nears 100% Internet Access, DICT Recognizes Globe in Advancing the Vision

For decades, expanding internet access and connectivity across an archipelago of more than 7,000 islands has remained one of the Philippines’ greatest infrastructure challenges. Today, sustained investments in digital infrastructure,

Nigerians among top applicants in Saint Lucia’s citizenship by investment programme

Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Programme recorded unprecedented growth in 2023/2024, with 75 Nigerians screened and revenues surging to EC240.3M.

Malaysia rolls out new passport with 94 security features, 10-year option

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — The security features of the Malaysian International Passport will continue to be enhanced...

New E-passport services offer hassle-free experience and strengthen Pakistan’s global passport recognition: Director

New E-passport services offer hassle-free experience and strengthen Pakistan’s global passport recognition: Director

Not just a document? Passport boom, in numbers

Not just a document? Passport boom, in numbers

36,900 PATI ditahan dalam tempoh enam bulan

PUTRAJAYA: Operasi penguatkuasaan yang dilaksanakan Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia (JIM) di seluruh negara sepanjang enam bulan pertama tahun ini berjaya menahan seramai 36,900 pendatang asing tanpa izin (PATI). Ketua Pengarah Imigresen, Datuk Zakaria Shaaban berkata, jumlah itu hasil 6,237 operasi penguatkuasaan yang dilaksanakan di seluruh negara bagi tempoh 1 Januari hingga 30 Jun lalu. “Dalam tempoh ... Read more The post 36,900 PATI ditahan dalam tempoh enam bulan appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Digital frontline of East Asia security regime

Digital frontline of East Asia security regime

654 awarded Brunei citizenship certificates

654 awarded Brunei citizenship certificates

Border Security: Nigeria Customs Service Opens INTERPOL Data Center

The Nigeria Customs Service has deployed an INTERPOL Data center at its Headquarters in Abuja to strengthen its border security and intelligence capabilities. This gives officers access to one of the world’s largest criminal intelligence networks. The Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi, announced the development during a demonstration of the facility, describing it as a [] The post Border Security: Nigeria Customs Service Opens INTERPOL Data Center appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

DU 50 AED 28GB Monthly Data Package UAE – Full Guide, Activation & Benefits (2026)

For internet-savvy users in the UAE, the DU Monthly Data Package is one of the top options for staying connected without spending a fortune. The 50 AED prepaid deal offers 28 GB of high-speed and reliable internet, making it an affordable and cost-effective solution for customers using prepaid or postpaid mobile service. From my experience, [] The post DU 50 AED 28GB Monthly Data Package UAE – Full Guide, Activation Benefits (2026) appeared first on Middle East News 247.

Migrant Dollars Still Flowing Into Central America Despite New Fee

Remittances to Central America are still climbing in 2026, led by Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador, even as a new U.S. tax on some money transfers raises concerns for countries that depend heavily on dollars sent home by migrants. The three Northern Triangle countries received 15.852 billion in remittances between January and April, up 10.7 [] The post Migrant Dollars Still Flowing Into Central America Despite New Fee appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Croatian passport ranked 8th most powerful in world for 2026

ZAGREB, 2 July (Hina) – The Croatian passport has been ranked 8th among the world’s 20 most powerful passports for 2026... The post Croatian passport ranked 8th most powerful in world for 2026 first appeared on Croatia Week.

United Airlines to Launch Cartagena Flights From Houston & Washington DC

The carrier's first nonstop US service to the Caribbean port adds four weekly flights from each hub, with year-round operation....

Prime Day 2026: We hand-picked the 80+ best deals and are tracking them live

LIVE: Prime Day 2026 deals are here, but they aren't all good. Follow our live blog for real-time tracking on hand-picked products like 4K TVs, M5 MacBooks, Samsung devices, SSDs, and more.

Mass retirement hits Nigeria Customs Service

Mass retirement hit the Nigeria Customs Service as 1,516 officers are set to leave the service in the next two years. The development was disclosed on two circulars on statutory retirement lists covering 825 officers in 2026 and 691 officers in 2027. The circular, issued by the Service’s Human Resource and Development Department and signed [] Mass retirement hits Nigeria Customs Service

Bersih raises concerns over use of govt assets ahead of Johor polls

Group cites RTM broadcasting ceramah, RM50 transport cards, 'Bakul' aid packages.

6 More Countries Added to UAE Visa-on-Arrival List: Find Out Which Ones

ABU DHABI: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security has announced that citizens of six additional countries and their families will now be eligib...

India and China are home to 2.9 billion people – and together they bought just 13 million PCs in Q1

PLUS: Indian telco ponders broadband satellites; Samsung goes all-in on OpenAI; Vietnam centrally plans ten tech giants; and more!

Ethiopia's digital ID registrations surpass 46 million people

Ethiopia's national digital identification program, known as Fayda, has registered more than 46 million people in just three years, making it one of Africa's fastest-growing digital identity initiatives.

InfoComm Asia 2026 - Asia's Super Connector for Professional AV - Takes Place Next Week in Bangkok

InfoComm Asia 2026 - Asia's Super Connector for Professional AV - Takes Place Next Week in Bangkok

Taiwan detects 1 sortie of Chinese military aircraft, 7 vessels

In a post on X, the MND said, 1 sorties of PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. ROC Armed Forces have monitored the situation and responded.

Zain awarded 25-yr Syria telecom license following $747 million bid

KUWAIT: Zain Group, a leading regional techco, has been awarded a 25-year license (20 years plus an extendable five years), to operate a mobile telecom network in the Syrian Arab R...

NNPC remits N19.5tn to Federation Account in 14 months

By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bayo Ojulari, has disclosed that the company remitted N19.5 trillion to the Federation Account between April 2025 and June 2026. Speaking at the 2026 Nigeria Oil and Gas Energy Week in Abuja on Tuesday, Ojulari said the company also achieved 3.4 billion [] The post NNPC remits N19.5tn to Federation Account in 14 months appeared first on Vanguard News.

Border Management Authority Deports Over 13,000 Foreign Nationals Ahead of June 30 Deadline

PRETORIA — The Border Management Authority (BMA) has repatriated and deported more than 13,000 foreign nationals through the Beitbridge border post and O.R. Tambo International Airport over the past five days. This major enforcement operation comes amid growing calls for undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country ahead of the June 30 deadline. BMA Commissioner []

VARA issues 50th VASP licence as Dubai's regulated virtual assets market continues to grow

DUBAI, 2nd July, 2026 (WAM) -- The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority today announced the issuance of its 50th Virtual Asset Service Provider licence, marking an important milestone in the development of Dubai's regulated virtual assets market.The 50th licence has been issued to Tribe Tokenisation FZE. Its authorisation brings the total number of VASPs licensed by VARA to 50, reflecting the continued grow

Pakistan to introduce mobile app for online passport renewal services

New system is expected to make passport processes faster. The post Pakistan to introduce mobile app for online passport renewal services appeared first on BOL News.

DICT issues bid invitation for P473-million fiber optic project

THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said it set aside P473.14 million for a contract to provide internet connectivity services in public places via fiber optic networks. In a bid notice, the DICT said it the contract will be funded out of its 2026 budget, and covers 560 locations in North Luzon for []

Migration: 20% increase in returns, 27% decrease in arrivals

Government measures are beginning to be reflected in the numbers – The facility in Agia Chania is now operational, while the one in Heraklion is expected to be ready within July – Final stage of consultations for return hubs in Africa The post Migration: 20 increase in returns, 27 decrease in arrivals appeared first on ProtoThema English.

General : 12 Million Malaysians Registered For MyDigital ID As Of June 30 - Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- A total of 12 million Malaysians had registered for MyDigital ID as of June 30, with 16 million transactions involving registrations, renewals and cancellations of digital identities recorded.

15 countries that are genuinely easy to move to — and how people actually do it

From Portugal's D7 to Thailand's five-year remote work visa, these 15 countries publish clear rules, set attainable income bars and approve applications routinely

Online business matching generates US$135 million for Indonesian MSMEs

The Ministry of Trade recorded nearly US135 million in export and potential transactions throughout 2025 by leveraging ...